Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Ruaha National Park Wildlife Safari from Iringa

3 Days Round trip from Iringa Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Marvel at the large herds of elephants in Ruaha National Park
02 Keep your eyes peeled for lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and more
03 Enjoy multiple game drives across one of Tanzania's largest national parks
04 Have lunch at a picnic site in the heart of the park

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in Ruaha, one of Tanzania's largest national parks and home to a diverse array of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, hyenas, and more. Experience thrilling wildlife safaris as you look for large herds of elephants and watch them roam and play across this remarkable landscape.

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in Ruaha, one of Tanzania's largest national parks and home to a diverse array of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, hyenas, and more.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Iringa, Ruaha National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Iringa to Ruaha National Park Safari

Pick up in the morning at the meeting point and then drive to Ruaha National Park for approximately 2 hours to the park's entry gate.
Check in and enjoy a game drive toward the park's restaurant for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive.
Proceed with an afternoon to evening game drive.
After the game drive, return to the accommodation.

Dinner and overnight stay at Bandas/Lodge Ruaha Park.

Meal plan: lunch and dinner.

Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park

Enjoy an early morning breakfast before sunrise and then depart for a game drive.
Set out on a full-day game drive with a packed lunch. Lunch will be served at a picnic site in the park.
After lunch, proceed with a game drive until evening.

Dinner and overnight stay at Banda's/Lodge.

Meal plan: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Day 03

Morning Game Drive and Return to Iringa

After breakfast, collect your belongings and enjoy a slow game drive heading toward the park's gate.
Proceed with a game drive prior to check-out time.
Check out and then drive back to Iringa.
Drop off at your destination in Iringa.

Where this trip takes you

Ruaha National Park, large herds of elephants, picnic site in the park, Iringa

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Iringa 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Game drives as per itinerary
All entrance fees and government taxes
Enough litres of mineral water and soft drinks
Full-board accommodation on safari
Safari Jeep 4x4 with pop-up roof suitable for game viewing

What's Not Included

Tips for the support team
Personal expenses, e.g. laundry and beverages
Passport, visa, and travellers insurance
Yellow fever vaccinations
International and local airfare

What to bring

Wet wipes (recommended)
Hand sanitizer
Insect repellent containing DEET
Snacks, lightweight, high-calorie, high-energy (optional)
Camera with extra batteries (optional)

Know before you go

Please note that all trip prices are based on our company costs, fees, and supplier prices in effect at the time of booking. We reserve the right to alter trip prices should inflation, fuel costs, labour, materials, or exchange rates change. If the Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA) raises park fees, or if any hotel, lodge, camp, or other service provider raises their rates, we reserve the right to require additional payment from the client.

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